The Toxic Food Additive In Bread You Didn’t Know You Were Eating…And How To Avoid It

The use of Potassium Bromate in the bread making process is wide spread within the United States; however, it has been banned in several other countries.

It is used to allow dough to rise further than normally possible while strengthening it. The IARC, or International Agency for Research on Cancer, has classified potassium bromate as being a possible carcinogenic risk to humans and placed it in the 2B carcinogen category.

Brazil; China; Canada; the United Kingdom; and European Union have all prohibited the use of this chemical compound. via TakePart

Potassium Bromate Uses

The practice of using potassium bromate was patented because it was found to dramatically speed up the mixing process as well as produce stronger dough and make bread whiter.

Here’s Why It Got Banned…

The Division of Toxicology at the National Institute of Hygienic Sciences in Tokyo, Japan revealed that potassium bromate does produce carcinogenic effects.

This study was the precursor for the banning of the chemical compound in countries spanning the globe. The United States is an exception and has issued only regulations for the commercial use of “bromated flour.”

California is the only state that regulates potassium bromate, requiring a Prop. 65-mandated warning label on food containing it. via LaTimes

The USDA Still Allows The Use Of Potassium Bromate

The USDA mandate says that enriched flour cannot contain more than 25 potassium bromate parts per billion in the finished product.

This may only be achieved by baking it above certain temperatures and for a specific amount of time.

If these are not strictly controlled, the product result may exceed this mandate and contain harmful quantities of this ingredient.

Today, many small and commercial bakeries voluntarily avoid using bromated flour. However, it’s still found in many fast food buns, pizza crusts and some flours, among other products.

Scientific Substantiation

Experiments were performed by the Environmental Carcinogenesis Division of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency in North Carolina to determine the carcinogenic effects of potassium bromate when used to disinfect drinking water through ozonation.

The results demonstrated risks for both kidney and thyroid cancer as well as the mesothelium and renal region within male subjects. The same study resulted in the following incidences:

• Renal cell polyps developed around the 52nd week mark of administration within those fed increased doses.
• Mesotheliomas were found at the same time mark of treatment on the serous membrane of the testes.
• After the 78th week mark mesotheliomas developed in other areas and it is believed those in the testicular region metastasized to the new sites.
• Thyroid follicular polyps developed in one subject as soon as the 26th week.

Avoid Potassium Bromate

The best method for eliminating this toxic ingredient from your diet is to read your food labels. Be on the lookout for the words “bromated flour” and “potassium bromate.”

In addition, here’s a list of 86 products containing potassium bromate that you should try to avoid:

Amello’s Italian Style Raspberry Drop Cookies
Amon’s Kosher Deep Dish Pizza
Busken, Tea Cookies
Canadian Home Style Pizza Cheesy Veggie
Canadian Home Style Pizza Fluffy & Cripsy
Caribbean Food Delights Mild Beef Patties
Chopsie’s Pizza Rolls
Dockside Classic Crab & Cheese Bites
Dockside Classics Crab Cakes
Dockside Classics Lobster Cakes
Fresh Daily Easter Bun
Fresh Daily Inc. Spice Fruit Bun
Fresh Daily Nutmeg Bread
Fresh Daily Round Spice Bun
Fried Garlic Sticks
Fried Sticks Palitos Lemon
Galletas Paloma Castilla Crackers
Giovanni’s Kaiser Italian Rolls
Golden Krust Fresh Traditional Style Whole
Golden Krust Hard Dough Bread
Golden Krust Jamaican Style Chicken Patties
Golden Krust Spice Bun
Goya Dough For Turnover Pastries
Harrington’s Amish Style Handmade Egg Noodles (2)
Home Like Hard Rolls
Hormel Bacon Egg & Cheese in Deli Bagel
Hormel Black Label Breakfast Sandwiches
Imperial Garden Pork Egg Rolls
J.T.M Chicken Philly Cheese Steak Kit 4 Complete Sandiwiches
J.T.M Meatball Sub Kit
J2 Broadway’s Gourmet Pizza
La Bayamesa Corn Muffins
La Bayamesa Pineapple Filled Pastry
La Fe Chicken Croquettes
La Fe Tropical Crackers
La Gustosa Tortelli With Cheese
La Rosa’s Hoagy Rolls
Larosa’s Meatballs
Lemon Spicy Sticks
Longo’s Pizza Crusts
Longo’s Sicilian Pizza Crust
Lucca’s Italian Rolls
Mary’s Bakery Guava Bread
Mary’s Bakery Sweet Bread
Minardi Round Bread
Minardi’s French Mini Bread
Murry’s French Toast Bites Cinnamon Blast
New York Flatbread Everything
New York Flatbread Sesame (2)
New York Flatbreads Garlic (2)
Palagonia 6 Mini Hero’s
Palagonia French Bread
Palagonia Italian Bread (2)
Palagonia Panino Italiano
Palagonia Rolls
Palagonia Sliced Heros
Palagonia Sliced Italian Bread
Pao Ge Milho Apple Cake
Pierino Jumbo Shells With Cheese
Pierino Manicotti With Cheese
Racine Bakery Pumpernickel
Racine Bakery Sunflower Rye Bread
Rico Original Discos, Dough For Turnover Pastries
Rico Original Grandes
Royal Caribbean Bakery Hard Dough Bread (2)
Scotto’s Gourmet Cookies
Sibstar Bread Farmers
Sibstar Bread White Wheat
Stern’s 100% Whole Wheat Bread
Super Cakes Milk Bread
Super Craft Milk Bread
Tastee Choice Chicken Parmigiana and Penne Pasta
Tastee Choice, Orange Chicken
Terranova Bakery Pane Di Casa
Terranova Bakery Plain Friselle
Terranova Bakery Wheat Bread
The Bakery Bacon Mini Pastries Kolacky Cream Cheese
Tony Luke’s Chicken Cheesesteak
Tony Luke’s Roast Pork Sandwiches
Triana Almond Cake
Triana Pineapple Cake
Tudor Bakery Biscotti Almond
We Are The Finest! Odessa White Bread
Weis Enriched Rolls Kaiser (2)
Weis French Toast Bites Cinnamon
Wheat Bran Bread

How To Treat Sugar Induced Fatty Liver Disease Using Green Tea And Turmeric

Turmeric is one of the healthiest spices in the world. It’s most active compound, curcumin, has been shown to have anti-inflammatory, anti-oxidant, antifungal, antibacterial and anticancer properties (1).

What Is Non-Alcoholic Liver Disease?

There are two types of fatty liver disease: alcoholic fatty liver and nonalcoholic fatty liver (NAFLD).

The first is caused by the over consumption of alcohol, whereas the second is likely caused by the over consumption of refined carbohydrates. NAFLD is associated with metabolic

10 Nutrients To Prevent Liver Damage Caused By Over-The-Counter Drugs

The liver is a very important organ. One of its main tasks is to filter or break down anything you take into your body. It’s basically your body’s chemical processing plant.

That’s why, it shouldn’t come to you as a surprise that the number one cause of acute liver failure in America is caused by over-the-counter pills.

OTC meds such as Tylenol, Excedrin, NyQuil, Theraflu, and prescription painkillers like Vicoden and Percocet all contain acetaminophen.

This single ingredient is responsible for 80,000 emergency room visits, 26,000 hospitalizations, and around 500 deaths annually (1).

Acetaminophen Is a Liver Toxin

Acetaminophen consumption in the long-run is dangerous even in low doses. Those with liver conditions, such as hepatitis or fatty liver should avoid acetaminophen products completely. via WebMD

To make matters worse taking more than one pharmaceutical containing acetaminophen at the same time can lead to overdose.

One study has even determined that taking acetaminophen products even as directed can cause liver damage. With all the toxins we’re exposed to daily, your liver and kidneys don’t need the extra work.

How To Protect Your Liver

Acetaminophen depletes glutathione. If the amount of glutathione in your liver drops too rapidly, it can cause acute liver failure. Here’s a list of nutrients you should focus on to promote glutathione production:

• milk thistle
• sulfur-rich foods (cruciferous vegetables)
• N-acetyl cysteine (NAC supplements)
• α-Lipoic Acid
• methylation nutrients (vitamins B6, B9, B12, and biotin)
• selenium (brazil nuts)
• vitamin C & E

One last thing you can do to boost your body’s production of glutathione is to exercise regularly. As long as you don’t exercise to complete exhaustion, exercise acts as a minor stress on your body, boosts your immune system and improves your detoxification abilities. It is often said that “sitting is inflammatory” because inactivity raises your body’s production of inflammation generating compounds. Exercise helps to counteract that. via LiverDoctor

Toxic Buildup Leads To Weight Gain And Belly Fat. Try This Simple Detox Drink

Do you easily put on weight despite eating healthy? Do you experience headaches, acne, depression, insomnia and fatigue on a regular basis?

If so, your body’s ability to take out the trash might be compromised.

Toxins Cause Weight Gain

Our bodies are constantly bombarded by environmental toxins. These dangerous chemicals can make their way into our bodies and disrupt our ability to balance blood sugar and metabolize cholesterol (1).

Scientists at the CDC found that nearly every person they examined had a host of toxic chemicals stored in fatty tissue, including flame retardants and Bisphenol-A, a hormone-like substance found in plastics (2).

Many studies have shown that fat cells accumulate toxic chemicals faster than any other part in the body (3). One of the possible reasons why the body does this is to protect your internal organs.

In an interview with TheEcologist, Dr. Paula Baillie-Hamilton explains that one of the few things that can actually get rid of lower levels of chemicals in the body is vitamins, minerals and other nutrients.

Detoxification is a healthy and natural way to help your body get rid of harmful toxins. Here’s a simple detox drink worth trying.

Detox Drink Recipe

• 12 oz. Water
• 1 tbsp. Honey
• 2 tbsp Lemon Juice
• 1/3 tsp. Turmeric (how turmeric helps the liver)
• a dash of black pepper

Just mix everything together and drink daily!

The Worst 5 Phones To Carry On You If You Want To Avoid Cancer

Cell phones do a great job at connecting people. The problem is, they may be slowly poisoning us with every call (1).

As you probably already know, cell phones emit dangerous radio-frequency electromagnetic radiation (2). Our bodies absorb this radiation on a cellular level. This is turning out to be the cause of major health problems.

15-minutes of talking on a mobile phone a day is enough to influence the division of brain cells (3). Cell phone manufacturers have to respect strict SAR (specific absorption rate) guidelines. The current upper limit is 1.6 watts per kg. Some phones are dangerously close to this limit.

Here are the 5 phones with the highest radiation according to CNET:

1. Huawei Vitria (SAR 1.49)
2. Alcatel One touch Evolve (SAR 1.49)
3. Motorola Moto E (SAR 1.5)
4. Motorola Droid Ultra (SAR 1.54)
5. Motorola Droid Maxx (SAR 1.54)

Children are at a higher risk for brain tumours from cell phone use. Their skull allows for a deeper penetration of radiation (4). Because they are introduced to technology so young, they have a much greater risk of cancer from cell phone use than adults (5). They also happen to be spending most of their time on the phone.

Texting is somewhat low-risk, but talking on the phone or simply keeping it in your pocket can greatly affect your health. In fact, cell phones have been known to cause pelvic tumour and infertility problems from prolonged pocket storage (2)

How To Grow An Endless Supply of Ginger Indoors Using Nothing But a Container!

Whether you have an upset stomach or a cold, drinking ginger tea can make all the difference. In fact, ginger has so many health benefits that it’s hard to list them all.

This small but powerful rhizome has been well researched for its medicinal properties against colds, sinus problems, fevers, morning sickness and nausea. It’s no wonder why people who drink ginger tea or use it in their meals often need to restock!

Fortunately, growing ginger in a container at home is easy.

Growing Ginger At Home Isn’t That Hard…

Step 1: Soak Your Ginger

Many ginger roots sold commercially are coated with a growth inhibitor, which prevent them from sprouting in the grocery store (even organic ones).

So, your first step after buying your ginger is to let it soak in water for 24 hours before slicing it up to plant.

Step 2: Look For Growth Buds

Look for pieces with well developed “eyes” or growth buds. (The buds look like little horns at the end of a piece or “finger”).

The indentations on the surface of the root is where the sprout will grow.

If the ginger you have doesn’t have any, you can even encourage them to do so by leaving them near a windowsill before you plant. (This just takes a few days)

Step 3: Choose a Wide Container

Because ginger’s roots grow horizontally, the width of your container will be more important than the depth. Once you’ve decided on what kind of container you’ll use, proceed to filling it with a rich potting soil that will drain well.

Step 4: Plant Your Ginger

Select pieces of the ginger knob that have “eyes” on them. Place the piece of ginger with the eyes facing up into the soil, and cover with about and inch and a half of soil.

How To Care For Your Ginger Plant

Place your ginger plant in indirect sunlight, somewhat warm. No wind or direct sun. This is why ginger makes such a great indoor grower. Soil should be damp at all times but not soggy, so water regularly. You can probably get a couple roots to grow nicely in a single twelve-inch container; they can grow to around 2 feet tall indoors. via OrganicHealthAlliance

After about eight months, your ginger plant will be mature. At that point, you can separate the rhizomes by pulling off a section of the plant including a piece of the rhizome. Transplanting is as easy as setting that rhizome into a new container of soil. Ginger is an easy root to share with a friend.

How To Harvest Ginger

Although the ginger plant may take many months to mature, you can harvest ginger when the plant is three or four months old.

When you push away the soil from around the rhizome, you’ll notice that ginger rhizomes look knobby. You will also see roots reaching outward and downward from the rhizome. The rhizome is the edible portion of ginger. The roots can be cleaned off as you clean the rhizome to eat.

To enjoy a bit of ginger, simply uncover a piece of rhizome, and trim off one of the finger-like extensions. You can harvest ginger in this manner anytime you wish.

However, you may find that you love it so much that you’ll need more than one rhizome planted at a time. You can alternate snipping from your plants if you grow more than one.

Before you eat ginger, you should rinse it and peel the skin off with a potato peeler. Then, enjoy your ginger freshly sliced or grated.

Or, dry your ginger by slicing it paper thin and setting it on a baking sheet. Place the baking sheet in an oven or outside in a dry, sunny location.

Ginger may take several hours or several days to dry. When it’s completely dried, it can safely be stored in plastic bags.

You can also grate your dried ginger with a coffee grinder. Grated ginger is a delicious result of an easy gardening project! via GardeningChannel

This Is How Your Body Tries To Warn You That You’re Eating Too Much Salt

Sodium is essential to human health. The mineral helps to regulate fluids, maintain nerve transmissions and stimulate muscle contractions.

But like anything else, it’s only good in moderation.

Warning Signs Of High Sodium Intake

According to the American Heart Association, about 75 percent of the sodium we consume comes not from the salt shaker, but rather in processed and restaurant food (1).

Unfortunately, the tendency to over-salt these foods is having a negative impact on our health: “NIH-funded study that found that lowering salt intake by only 3 grams (about half a teaspoon) could prevent as many as 92,000 deaths nationwide each year. There would be fewer than 120,000 new cases of heart disease. Strokes would be cut by 66,000; heart attacks by 100,000.” via MedlinePlus

Pay close attention to the following signs. These will let you know when it’s time to cut back on the salt.

1. Thirst

Excess sodium makes you thirsty because your body wants to keep the same salinity levels at all times. As our salt intake increases, our bodies pull the water out of our cells into the bloodstream in order to re-establish its ideal salt levels.

As a result, cells become dehydrated and communicate with the brain to trigger thirst.

2. Bloating

Bloating happens when you regularly consume too much sodium and your body starts to store fluid to help it flush out excess salt. You can reduce bloating by doing more exercise (to stimulate sweat) and drink more water.

“Drinking more water can help you flush the sodium out of your system and bloating will eventually decrease”, explains Rosanna Lee, a nutrition educator and community health promoter based in Toronto. via HuffingtonPost

3. Edema

Edema is a fluid build up in the body that causes swelling in the face, hand, legs, ankles and feet. Like bloating, it’s caused by the body storing fluid to expel excess sodium. via MedicalNewsToday

4. Salt Cravings

A 2011 Australian study (2)  found that the brain responds to sodium similar to how it does for substances such as heroin, cocaine, and nicotine. Sodium is a double-edge sword: salt is essential for your nervous system but can quickly become an addiction.

If you find that you often crave salt, you may already be consuming too much in you diet.

5. High Blood Pressure

The extra water that your body stores through edema and bloating raises your blood pressure and puts strain on your kidneys, arteries, heart and brain.

To cope with the extra strain, the tiny muscles in the artery walls become stronger and thicker (3). Yet this only makes the space inside the arteries smaller and raises your blood pressure even higher. Over time, this can leave your more vulnerable to stoke and heart failure.

Long-Term Effect Of Too Much Salt

1. Osteoporosis

Your kidneys need calcium in order to expel excess salt through urine. This calcium is typically sourced from the bones if you don’t consume enough of the mineral in your diet. Over time, bones become brittle and thin, which is a symptom of osteoporosis (4).

2. Kidney Stones

The kidneys are in charge of retaining and getting rid of fluid. High salt intake makes the body conserve water to re-establish its ideal sodium concentration. This means that less urine is produced until the body has received enough water. As mentioned before, calcium is necessary to pass sodium through urine. When not enough urine is produced, this calcium builds up in the kidneys and can cause kidney stones.

3. Stomach Cancer

A study (5) published in the International Journal of Epidemiology found that death from stomach cancer in both men and women was closely linked to salt consumption.

“Salt apparently riles up the poorly understood bacteria known as Helicobacter pylori. The H. pylori bug causes the vast majority of stomach and duodenal ulcers… and greatly increases a person’s risk of gastric cancer and a form of lymphoma called MALT.” via WebMD

The mineral may also have an adverse effect on the mucous lining of the stomach and cause the stomach tissue to become abnormal and unhealthy (6).

4. Cognitive Decline

A Canadian study found that high-sodium diets were linked to increased risk of cognitive decline: “sodium intake alone may affect cognitive function in sedentary older adults above and beyond the effects of overall diet,” the researchers wrote. via TheNeurobiologyofAging

How To Reduce Your Salt Intake

The best way to reduce your intake of sodium is to avoid processed foods and to read labels when you buy groceries. You should also drink plenty of water and commit yourself to daily exercise.

At home, consider switching to pink Himalayan salt. Processed salt is 98 percent sodium chloride. On the other hand, Himalayan salt is only 85 percent sodium chloride and contains 84 trace minerals.

These minerals include :

• iron
• magnesium
• phosphorus
• calcium
• potassium
• chloride
• boron
• fluoride
• iodine
• zinc
• selenium
• copper

Just remember that although it’s important to monitor your salt intake, don’t cut it out completely!

Salt is very important for nerve and muscle health, but must be consumed in moderation.

How To Use Honey And Cinnamon To Lower Cholesterol And Boost Immune System

Honey and cinnamon both have incredible healing properties that can help you avoid pharmaceutical drugs.

Best of all, they taste great! Just mix a bit in some hot water, use it as a dip for fruit slices or take it straight by the spoonful!

Here’s what a bit of honey and cinnamon can do for you:

1. Lower Cholesterol

“Just half a teaspoon of cinnamon a day has previously been shown to significantly reduce blood sugar levels, triglycerides, LDL (bad) cholesterol, and total cholesterol levels in people with type 2 diabetes.” via HuffingtonPost

Honey, on the other hand, prevents the oxidation of LDL cholesterol “bad cholesterol”, which helps prevent heart disease. It can also decrease blood pressure, to ease strain on the heart and venous system (1). Just mix two tablespoons of honey and three teaspoons of cinnamon in a small bowl and take a teaspoon with every meal.

2. Ease Arthritis Pain

Arthritis is often caused by the inflammation of tissue in the joints (3).
The Arthritis foundation suggests that you should manage your condition by getting the right nutrients to alleviate pain and inflammation and positively affect overall health (4).

Both honey and cinnamon have potent anti-inflammatory benefits (5).  Just fill a cup with boiled water and stir in two tablespoons of honey and a tablespoon of cinnamon. Drink in the morning and evening for best results.

3. Fight Gallbladder Infection

Your gallbladder produces bile to help fat-soluble vitamins get absorbed in the intestine.
Too much cholesterol in your diet can result in gallstones, which can easily cause tears and infection. This condition can be life-threatening. via Healthline

Not only do honey and cinnamon lower cholesterol, but honey also heals damaged tissue. To enjoy, put two teaspoons of cinnamon and a large spoonful of honey to a cup of hot water.

4. Cure Colds

Both honey and cinnamon have anti-viral benefits, which are particularly effective against the influenza virus (6,7). Just take 1 teaspoon of honey with a 1/4 teaspoon of cinnamon every few hours if you feel a cold or flu coming on.

5. Boost Immune System

Honey and cinnamon are both immunomodulatory (8), meaning that they are capable of modifying or regulating one or more immune functions. Taking a bit of each every day helps your immune system fight off bacteria, viruses and infections.

Cinnamon can interact with certain prescription medication and may worsen existing medical conditions, so talk to you doctor before taking cinnamon regularly.

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Take One Tablespoon of Extra Virgin Olive Oil In The Morning (And These Unbelievable Things Happen)

Olive oil has been used for many purposes throughout history. Today, it is used in medicine; pharmaceutical; and personal hygiene products.

The high level of monounsaturated fats (most notably oleic acid) and the various antioxidants present in olive oil make it a must-have superfood.

In fact, the various health benefits of olive oil are also the reason why it has been named the Mediterranean miracle.

Two Types of Olive Oil

The two most common grades are virgin, or VOO, and extra virgin olive oil, or EVOO. Extra virgin olive oil is obtained by first pulverizing then pressing the fruit of olive trees and virgin

Why Turmeric, Olive Oil And Black Pepper Make For a Powerful Cancer-Fighting Drink

Cancer is one of the most frightening diseases of our age. Everyone knows someone who’s had cancer, and it’s scary to think that it may happen to you too.

Modern science is still struggling to understand how cancer manifests itself and how to cure it. However, most researchers agree that chronic stress and inflammation plays a big role in the development of the deadly disease (1).

What To Eat To Prevent Cancer

Anti-inflammatory compounds might hold the key to preventing cancer. Of course, it’s important to lead an active lifestyle and manage stress for best results.

Many foods that help prevent the disease can be found in your spice cabinet.

How Turmeric Fights Cancer

Turmeric is a spice with anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties (2). It actually contains one of the world’s most powerful non-pharmaceutical anti-inflammatory compounds.

A large number of laboratory studies on cancer cells have shown that curcumin has proven chemopreventive effects. It seems to be able to kill cancer cells and prevent them from growing. It has the best effects on breast cancer, bowel cancer, stomach cancer and skin cancer cells (3). It’s also been proven effective against colon, prostate, ovarian, and brain cancer (4).

Black Pepper

Piperine, the active compound in black pepper, can increase curcumin absorption in both rats and humans with no adverse effects (5). It’s been said to increase effectiveness of turmeric by as much as 2000%!

Olive Oil

Olive oil makes a great sidekick to turmeric because curcumin is fat-soluble. This means it needs to be dissolved in fat to make it into the intestine, where it is absorbed into the bloodstream (6). Olive oil is also full of antioxidants and substantial amounts of other compounds deemed to be anticancer agents (e.g. squalene and terpenoids) (7).

Cancer-Fighting Recipe

Turmeric is a great spice to use in the kitchen, in anything from curries and vegetable seasoning to hot milkand tea.

The following recipe comes from Dr. Carolyn Anderson who recommends taking this mixture as often as you can. via HuffingtonPost

Ingredient:

• 1/4 teaspoon of turmeric
• 1/2 teaspoon of olive oil
• 1 pinch of freshly ground pepper

Instructions:

1. Mix all the ingredient in a small bowl until they all blend together.
2. Add the mixture to soup or salad or simply whisk in a little water and drink it straight.
3. Take once every day before a meal.

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Ginger Force Cancer Cell Death More Effectively Than Chemotherapy (How to Use Ginger As Medicine)

Ginger is widely used for digestive disorders, including dyspepsia, colic, nausea, vomiting, gastritis and diarrhea (1).

It’s such a staple in natural remedies that it can do anything from curing a migraine to dissolving kidney stones and improving diabetes.

You can purchase organic ginger root in fresh, powdered, pickled or minced form.

Anticancer Properties of Ginger

Ginger contains gingerol, shogaol, zerumbone and paradols, which are the valuable compounds that can prevent and treat various cancers.

They do so by preventing angiogenesis (the spread of cancer through development of new blood vessels) and metastasis (the spread of cancer to other organs).

They also induce apoptosis (natural cell death), and prevent cell division (2).

A University Of Minnesota study concluded that “ginger compounds may be effective chemopreventive and/or chemotherapeutic agents for carcinomas.” via ScienceDaily

Ginger and Prostate Cancer

According to the British Journal of Nutrition, one in six men will be affected by prostate cancer in his lifetime (1). It is estimated that in the USA, one new case occurs every 2-4 minutes.

Ginger has anti-inflammatory, antioxidant and antiproliferative activities, indicating its promising role as a chemopreventive agent.

100g of the spice a day has been proven to prevent the growth of cancerous cells and induces death for a large spectrum of prostate cancer varieties.

Ginger and Breast Cancer

According to the International Journal of Preventive Medicine, ginger and its bioactive molecules are effective in controlling the extent of colorectal, gastric, ovarian, liver, skin, breast, and prostate cancers (2).

It is also non-toxic, meaning that it can target cancerous cells without harming healthy cells.

Ginger and Ovarian Cancer

Ginger inhibits growth and spread (proliferation and angiogenesis) of ovarian cancer cells (3). It may also suppress pro-inflammatory cytokine (4).

Hence, studies suggest that the use of dietary agents such as this root may have potential in the treatment and prevention of ovarian cancer (5).

How To Use Ginger As A Medecine

Ginger is best consumed fresh. Take it as a tea or use it to flavor your meals or soups. It’s also super easy to grow yourself so that you always have some on hand!

You can also purchase ginger root extracts if you don’t like the taste of the spice. Just make sure to talk to your doctor dietitian or naturopath before consuming large amounts of this root because it can interact with medication and interfere with normal blood clot formation (6).

Why Garlic May Be the Best Natural Treatment Against Hair Loss Caused By Fungi

Anyone can suffer from hair loss issues. In some cases, it is a sign of aging, but men and women lose hair for many other reasons as well.

A great deal of natural treatments are focused on using rosemary infused oils, pumpkin seed oil or the addition of rosemary to shampoos and conditioners. But Garlic can also be an effective alternative to promote new hair growth for women and men.

Garlic: The Scoop

The various culinary and medicinal uses of garlic have been known as well as passed down for millennia. It is indigenous to Asia, but widely used across the globe. Laboratory

Drink This Ginger-Banana Smoothie To Improve Digestion And Fight Inflammation

Like many of the most effective plants or herbs, ginger root has been used for centuries.

Ginger has a very distinct warm, spicy flavor that has a bit of a “nip” to it—almost peppery. It’s easily one of the most widely used herbs for both culinary and therapeutic purposes.

Ginger is actually a root (or rhizome) that grows underground. It has a “hand-like” appearance and is in the same family as turmeric and cardamom.

This fragrant herb dates back to ancient China and Japan where it is said to have been a staple in the Confucian diet and was revered for its powerful properties.

Today, ginger is widely cultivated in almost every tropical to sub-tropical country in the

The Best Cooking Methods To Prevent The Nutrients In Your Food From Being Destroyed

Cooking Options

There are numerous studies and publications which tell people that microwaving and deep frying can actually destroy cancer fighting elements in foods.

Many also say that raw vegetables are best; however, this is not the whole truth. Certain cooking methods can make specific food nutrients more readily available for digestion than if they were eaten raw.

1. Best Way To Eat Tomatoes

The tomato is actually a fruit and not a vegetable, though many people refer to it as one. This vine fruit contains a powerful ally against several types of carcinoma, as well as cardiovascular disease, known as lycopene.

The same nutrient that can be found in watermelon, lycopene is a potent antioxidant that effectively assist the body in reducing oxidative stress.

The New York Times published an interesting article which cited several examples. It stated that cooking tomatoes for only a mere 2 minutes reduces their, as well as other vegetables’, vitamin C content. On the other hand, cooking tomatoes increases the readily availability of lycopene.

There is some variance among experts concerning the amount of cooking time. The AICR says that consuming tomatoes which have been cooked with olive oil for about 40 minutes increases lycopene absorption up to 55%.

2. Best Way To Cook Cruciferous Vegetables

Cruciferous vegetables contain myrosinase which is required in order to create sulforaphane. Sulforaphanehas been shown to have powerful cancer destroying properties.

Cruciferous vegetables include vegetables such as cabbage, kohlrabi, and broccoli to name a few.

Specifically broccoli sprouts contain the greatest amount of the vitally important myrosinase enzyme.

The AICR recommends steaming broccoli for no more than five minutes, which conserves myrosinase, as opposed to using a microwave or boiling it which effectively destroys the enzyme.

3. Best Way To Cook Potatoes

Potatoes are the most commonly consumed food which has the potential of creating acrylamide.

Acrylic amide, or acrylamide, is a water soluble chemical compound which is created through a chemical reaction by cooking foods high in starch at intense temperature.

Exposure to high concentrations of acrylamide have resulted in negative health aspects in study animals including the growth of tumors.

Boiling and steaming the starchy foods reduces the likelihood of the chemical reaction. Broiling, baking, and frying are much more likely to produce acrylamide.

Even if the foods are exposed to lower temperatures, but for longer periods of time the chemical reaction will still result.

Submerging potatoes in water for at least 15 minutes prior to preparing them can measurably reduce the formation of this chemical compound.

It is also recommended that potatoes be kept in cool, dark storage, but not in the refrigerator. If this dish must be fried, it is best to do so only until the potatoes are golden, not dark brown. The FDA recommends the same for grains such as toast.

Quick References

• Steam or bake vegetables in their skins to benefit from cancer fighting properties without losing all of their important water soluble vitamins.
• The AICR encourages preparing meat using low temperatures to reduce the risks of developing cancer. Numerous carcinoma preventive meal preparation tips may be found on their website.
• Mince garlic at least 10 minutes prior to cooking it to release the cancer fighting, antioxidative enzyme known as allicin.
• Use herbs and spices to add flavor to your foods and to fight cancer.
• Always add a bit of fat with foods high in fat-soluble vitamins, such as vitamins A, E, and K.
• Add lemon or other foods high in vitamin C to vegetables that are rich in iron to help increase absorption of this important mineral. For instance, add lemons to a spinach salad.

Former American Cancer Society Regional CEO Refuses To Drink Milk, Explains Why

“Got Milk?” While this was the U.S. dairy industry’s slogan for over two decades, former CEO of the Oregon division of the American Cancer Society, Rick North, definitely isn’t having any of it.

Now project director of the Campaign for Safe Food at the Oregon Physicians for Social Responsibility, North says he won’t touch “regular” cow’s milk because it’s full of recombinant bovine growth hormone (rBGH), U.S. dairy farmers have been treating their cattle with this artificial hormone to boost milk production, and ultimately profits, since it was approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in 1993.

Despite the fact that rBGH is a genetically engineered artificial hormone originally developed by Monsanto,dairy farmers nationwide are still pumping their cows full of the drug.

Currently, all 50 U.S. states allow dairy cows to be injected with rBGH even though scientists have been warning consumers and farmers about the dangers of rBGH, as also known as recombinant bovine somatotropin (rBST), for decades.

It’s Banned In Many Other Countries

Many countries, including Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Japan, Argentina, Israel and the European Union have taken heed and banned the sale of the hormone since 2000. Currently, there are a total of 27 countries are saying “no” to this synthetic hormone.

Even the United Nations’ Codex Alimentarius Commission, an organization that sets international food standards, refuses to approve rBGH as safe.

It’s Harmful To Cows And Humans

Two major research papers show that there is a nearly 25 percent increase in the risk of the cows developing clinical mastitis (that leads to actual “pus” in the milk you drink), which is then treated with antibiotics that lead to a whole other set of health issues.

These cows also suffer from a 40 percent reduction in their ability to reproduce and a 55 percent greater risk of developing lameness, yet many farmers continue to use the hormone.

And for humans who drink rBGH-laced milk, researchers have been warning for years that it leads to higher levels of another hormone called “insulin-like growth factor” that is believed to contribute to breast, prostate, and colon cancers.

“When the government approved rBGH, it was thought that IGF-1 from milk would be broken down in the human digestive tract,” says North.

Yet, that is not the case. And while North admits, “There’s not 100 percent proof that this [rBGH] is increasing cancer in humans … it’s banned in most industrialized countries.”

Common sense and actual facts say, “If it looks like a duck, swims like a duck, and quacks like a duck… then it probably is a duck,” or in this case… a cow injected with cancer-causing rBGH.

Where Can I Get rBGH-Free Milk?

The good news is that the public is beginning to speak up and not all farmers are on the Monsanto “gravy-train.”

rBGH-free milk is available, you just have to know where to get it: (here is a list.)

In fact, many people have simply chosen not to drink milk at all, especially since it’s also full of sugar.

And while according to the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), the number of people drinking milk or cream has dropped by 25 percent since 1975, the fact still remains that unless you go out of your way to look for non-rBGH milk or non-GMO food products in general, you have very little control over what you are eating.

sources:
http://nypost.com/2014/02/25/got-milk-slogan-replaced-as-dairy-industry-fights-sales-slump/

How To Use Fermented Rice Water For Long And Healthy Hair

How you style your hair can change the shape of your face. And for many women, hair is also a source of pride and even identity.

Rice water has long been used in Asia for clear skin and long, luscious hair.

The Yao minority ethnic women from Huangluo Village, in Guangxi Province, in southern China, have one striking feature in common—their extraordinarily long hair that stays black until they are around 80 years old. via EpochTimes

With their average hair length of about 6 feet, the Yao ethnic women made it to the Guinness Book of World Records as the “world’s longest hair village.” Part of their secret

This Pain-Free Breastfeeding Technique Is Something Every Mom Should Know But Doesn’t

A big part of successful breastfeeding is being relaxed. Unfortunately, most breastfeeding positions women are taught today don’t allow for a natural and comfortable latch. In fact, 92% of the nursing mothers in one study reported major breastfeeding challenges (1).

In another study, 60% of mothers who stopped breastfeeding did so earlier than desired (2). New moms that abandon breastfeeding often do so because of nipple pain, latching problems and trouble lactating.

What Really Causes Nipple Pain

Most pain that new mothers feel when breastfeeding comes from a poor attachment of